2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2004 GMC Yukon. (295 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 164 kg more than 2012 BMW X5.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Yukon (448 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (406 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Yukon | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2414 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |
